1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 367 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2040 mm |
